Fantasy Tip: If Surkamp is not tapped to pitch Friday, the A's may recall SP Jesse Hahn from the minors to face the Halos, although he has not pitched well recently. Neither starter is a recommended fantasy option in any format.

Oakland Athletics SP Eric Surkamp struggled once again Tuesday, June 14, against the Texas Rangers, as he dropped to 0-4 on the campaign. The left-hander lasted just 2 1/3 innings, surrendering seven runs on seven hits, including two home runs. He also walked two and struck out only one.

Fantasy Tip: It's really a miracle that Surkamp is even still getting the chance to start in the major leagues. The 28-year-old failed in his first stint as a starter with the San Francisco Giants a few years ago, and he's arguably been even worse this time around in Oakland. In fact, he's registered five innings in a start just once in seven tries this season. He has no business being on any fantasy rosters, let alone a major league roster at this point.

Oakland Athletics SP Sean Manaea (forearm) was placed on the 15-day disabled list with a left pronator strain Tuesday, June 14. SP Eric Surkamp was recalled from Class AAA Nashville in a corresponding move.

Fantasy Tip: The young lefty has had mixed results in his rookie year, and was sporting a 2-4 record, 6.02 ERA, 1.43 WHIP and was striking out 7.3 per nine innings. It's unclear how much time he'll need to recover, but we wouldn't blame you if you dumped him in shallow leagues for other options. The A's don't have many other legitimate rotation options, so Manaea should have a spot to return to. Surkamp could take his rotation spot, but he's strictly an AL-only candidate if you're desperate.

Fantasy Tip: The 28-year-old Surkamp is 0-3 with a 6.41 ERA through six starts this season and has struggled with his control, walking 15 batters while striking out just 14 in 26 2/3 innings. Avoid using him in all fantasy formats.

Fantasy Tip: Surkamp has struggled in his limited work for the Athletics this season and will enter the game with a 6.55 ERA. Owners in all leagues should be able to find better options to use in their lineups.

Fantasy Tip: It's inevitable that Hahn will be back in the rotation at some point, so the A's might as well just make the move right now, especially since he has a far higher ceiling than a below-average hurler like Surkamp. The 26-year-old has a 3.00 ERA in two starts this season and should be monitored once he's back on the major league pitching staff.